TripKar brings you The Ultimate Travel Bucket list 2018 for you to start planning now:

Solo Travel

There have been countless times when you plan on traveling with your friends and family, right? numerous plans made with excitement and motivation to execute it this time! However, majority of us know how those plans go awry at the last minute. But this 2018 make a travel itinerary for yourself and rest assured you will be surprised by the whole experience. Make a pact, this year you will experience life away from your comfort zone. Spend some quality alone time away from social media, gadgets and most importantly from peoples’ validation! Have the liberty to choose your own destination and alter it accordingly. Mingle with new people, learn a new language, explore the unexplored and live your fullest away from depression and anxiety. So ‘ditching’ others may have never sounded better?

Spend a Holiday in an Unexplored Destination

2018 is all about exploring! YES. Get away from your dull office routine and plan a whole new adventure to the great outdoors. There is so much to explore and experience that will turn you into a whole new person. Those great encounters with the mother nature will definitely leave you reeling for more! Pakistan is most abundantly blessed by beautiful topography. From mountain peaks reaching sky high to crystal blue lakes to thick lush green forests and meadows there is nothing you won’t find here. There are so many unexplored destinations in Pakistan that you can visit as a solo traveler or with your friends and family. You can always return back to the regular hub bub of life but this, right now, is your chance to leave and rediscover yourself.

Hop unto a Road Trip

A totally unplanned road trip?! YAY.

All you need is an excited group of people and viola! the whole journey will be a memorabilia for you. Road trip may sound ordinary but the undeniable feeling of freedom?! nothing can replace that. Those wide open roads, mesmerizing views that makes you appreciate nature, enamored time spent with your friends and family and no particular destination in mind: ‘PERFECT’. Why is road trip on our ultimate travel bucket list 2018? By going on an inspiring road trip you are heading straight to the beautiful, the surreal, and the “wow, I can’t believe this place actually exists!” Better thannarnia, right?!

Walk the Great Wall of China

Perhaps the most recognizable symbol of China enamored by vivid history and glorious architecture, Great wall of China is one chronicle not to be missed! Why you should already be planning your trip to China? Because:

‘The Great Wall of China is one of the wonders of the medieval world and the largest man-made structure ever built’

For centuries, it was built, re-built and expanded by successive dynasties in the Chinese empire. It stretches for more than 4,000 miles across Northern China and can be seen from space. Test your endurance this year! many visitors fail to walk even a mile on the great wall of China portraying a true challenge and what better than challenging yourself and at the same time appreciating the architectural marvel.

Packing bags already!

Taste a Country’s Famous Delicacy

Not as easy as it sounds but there are countries famous for their unusual delicacies. And by ‘unusual’ we literally mean not to be tried by the faint-hearted. But obviously if you are young, you are automatically obligated to do crazy things! first on our list of trying out a famous delicacy is none other than:

Fried Trantulas!

So if you suffer from arachnophobia you probably won’t be trying out these in Cambodia. However, many people have enjoyed the ‘ crunchy on the outside and gooey on the inside with the flavor resembling a chicken’ fried black tarantulas delicacy sold by street vendors in Cambodia. But this is nothing compared to the:

Excrement Coffee!

Kopi Luwak is the rarest, most expensive gourmet coffee in the world. Sounds divine right? It’s actually made from the excrement of an Indonesian cat-like creature called the Luwak. The creature eats only the ripest coffee cherries but it’s stomach can’t digest the beans inside so they come out as whole. Known for its special aroma the coffee is rather expensive and is sold at a starting price of $150 and above. But who is up for some:

Tuna Eyeballs?!

Yes, tuna eyeballs is a delicacy eaten in Japan and is known to taste like boiled eggs! There are countless other bizarre delicacies to try from birds stuffed into seals to sugar coated cockroaches to insect caviar, ‘yum’ so gear up for the experience of a life time! Besides, the tasty food- no pun intended, you do get to explore a new destination as well!

Do something Incredibly Spontaneous

We all are guilty for making countless plans that have failed miserably! why not do something absolutely spontaneous?! Plan a crazy girls-only adventure trip to the north and have the time of your life! Go backpacking with your besties and reconnect! OR pack a hammock and set it up in the middle of no where and dwell in to nature and freedom!

Rappel down a Waterfall

A waterfall adventure this 2018? Definitely!

learn the technique and dwell into waterfall rappelling, why?! Because the whole experience is refreshingly exhilarating. Before you opt for this thrilling adventure make sure you have had enough time to practice the technique. Once you have mastered descending the waterfall you are good to go! Be prepared to get wet from the waterfall. If this isn’t on your travel bucket list, then what is?!

Yoga Retreat

Be it celebrities, high profile politicians or renowned athletes around the world! no body can deny the astounding affects of yoga on your mental, physical as well as spiritual health. Why this should be on your travel bucket list?! Because there are enormous benefits. These retreats are usually located somewhere isolated amidst mother nature cut off from all the regular hub bub of life. Yoga haven retreats basically creates a more positive aura, improves progress and foremost reinvigorates you. And the much needed ‘detoxification’ from the digital world will turn you into a new person!

Walk on a Frozen Lake

Incredible as it sounds, walking on frozen lake is a thrill you won’t forget. Especially during winters, frozen lakes are a sight to behold! The lakes up north in Pakistan turn into an ice rink ideal for skating and walking about. However, be prepared! snow trekk to the lakes up north is a tiring activity but totally worth it.

Sleep under the Stars

No doubt there are some incredible hotels to stay all around the world, but there is nothing like sleeping under the stars. An ace blend of experiencing nature and that too with your close ones around, sums up to: ‘Exemplary’

Bathe an Elephant

Thousands of elephants are poached every year for illegal trading around the world. They are killed for their ivory tusks and usually made to leave there habitat for entertainment activities! what we can do is visit an elephant sanctuary in Thailand and not only have fun but you get to bathe an elephant! something totally different yet worth it. Spend a whole day around beautiful Asian elephants, learn about their glorious history, enjoy an elephant spa treatment for the whole day, interact with the royal creatures and bathe them!

Let us know what’s on your travel bucket list this 2018 and we will help you in making them true!

]]>Tea junkies rejoice! Prepare yourselves for tea tours arranged for you to enjoy. You can relish in tea plantations spread across acres, exclusive nature walks and learn interesting historical facts about tea and its origins. Tea tourism has emerged recently with people exclusively asking for tea tours to revitalize. Tripkar brings you a list of places for you to explore the wonder of tea plantations around the world:

Kiambethu Tea Farm, Kenya

Situated outside Nairobi, Kenya is the plush green Kiambethu Tea Farm. There are beautiful English cottages surrounded by tea plantations creating a gorgeous village. The farm grows premier quality black tea which is mainly exported to United Kingdom. The owner of the tea farm is widely known to cater visitors from all over the world. You can enjoy nature walks, learn about black tea plantations and its manufacturing. The English cottages are available for accommodation where you can enjoy freshly brewed black tea and relish in its soothing aroma. Adjoining the tea farm is a thick green forest, which is famous for jeep safari.

Beijing Tea Farm, China

For more than 5000 years, tea has been an integral part of Chinese routine. Visitors can explore vast green fields of tea plantations surrounding ornate temples and monasteries holding immense historical importance. There are detailed and verdant tea tours where you can hand pick and brew your own tea. Beijing tea farms have guided tea factory tours and visitors can relish exclusive tea tasting. Adjoining the tea farm is a tea super market where you can buy souvenirs and explore various species of tea plantations and its properties. Tourists can also learn about the manufacturing of a rare yellow tea exclusively grown and sold in Beijing only. You can also enjoy the special three course tea made by Bai people, a minority group residing in China.

Tokyo Tea Farm, Japan

One of the essential component of a Buddhist ritual, tea is widely consumed by Japanese people as part of their religious ceremonies as well as daily routine. Visitors can enjoy tea tours in serene gardens and bustling tea factories. Dwell into an exclusive Japanese tea ritual involving the preparation of Matcha, a powdered form of green tea. Visit the famous Sen Cha Tea gardens, where you can hand pick tea as well as indulge into specially prepared tea meals. You can also attend focused lectures on tea and learn about its interesting historical origins and preparation methods. There is an exclusive World Tea Museum bustling with tons of information to ponder and contemplate. You can learn about the making of the world’s most expensive green tea, Gyokuro, known for rejuvenating brain cells. Visitors can also stay at a traditional tea house located near the farm where you can wander through sacred temples and perform Zen meditation.

Ceylon Tea Tour, Sri Lanka

Known as the homeland for tea plantations and production, Sri Lankan tea is exported all over the world. A tropical paradise, Sri Lanka has a rich, colorful history dating back to 2000 years. From lush green tea plantations to organized factories, dwell into the world of exclusive Ceylon tea. The tea tour includes a rejuvenating walk around the tea gardens, ocean side afternoon tea and factory tours. The Ceylon Tea Tour also includes tea tasting, visit to a renowned tea broker and meditation at the famous Buddha Tooth Temple, where you can also attend informative tea lectures. For tourists, there is a trek to Ceylon’s historic tea gardens located amidst elephant conservation center and tea blending and flavoring plant. While visiting Sri Lanka do explore the Uva district known for growing high quality black tea.

Darjeeling Tea Tour, India

India is the world’s second largest producer of tea. The great land of diversity is famous for ‘Masala Tea’ made by brewing black tea, cinnamon and cardamom. Guided by tea experts and guides the exclusive Darjeeling tea tour includes many activities. There are nature walks in the beautiful tea gardens, a grandeur tour on the lofty mountain peaks, learn how to pick and make tea, informative tea factory tours and tea tasting meetings where you get to meet other tea enthusiasts. Visitors will also get the chance to taste tea from street side vendors famous for serving strong black tea. You can also learn about tea grading and quality standards essential for preserving medicinal properties.

Book a hotel online and enjoy exclusive and informative tea tours that are gaining popularity across the world!

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https://tripkar.com/blog/most-colorful-places-on-earth/#commentsThu, 22 Dec 2016 12:39:13 +0000https://tripkar.com/blog/?p=4714As part of this grand, mysterious, and remarkable world, we are surrounded with stories and sights that fill us with awe: be it nature’s hold on the human spirit or sunlit glassy waters winding through the wilderness, nature’s eternal inspiration for mankind’s artistic creativity and personal spirituality has left us spellbound. Nature, always stunning, showcases it’s might in both spectacular […]

]]>As part of this grand, mysterious, and remarkable world, we are surrounded with stories and sights that fill us with awe: be it nature’s hold on the human spirit or sunlit glassy waters winding through the wilderness, nature’s eternal inspiration for mankind’s artistic creativity and personal spirituality has left us spellbound. Nature, always stunning, showcases it’s might in both spectacular and subtle ways. Here is a list of some of the most colorful places on Earth that will leave you spellbound:

Caño Cristales, Colombia

A biological wonder, Caño Cristales is known as the ‘River of five colors’ or the ‘most beautiful river in the world.’ Most of the year, the river is indistinguishable form other rivers, i.e. the usual bed of rocks and green moss filled water. But for a brief period of time the river blossoms in vibrant hue of colors. A unique plant species known as ‘Macarenia clavigera’ that lines the river floor turns into a brilliant shade of red, in contrast to yellow and green splotches of sand and crystal blue water.

Lavender Fields, France

The color purple beholds a certain mysticism. Imagine the famed fields lit up in blossoming lavender, the color and the scent encapsulating your senses. You can enjoy this alluring scene by car or on foot. The lavender blooms in its full glory from June to August. The fields are surrounded by sunflowers making it a perfect picnic spot. Besides, visiting the vast lavender fields you can also explore lavender farms and distilleries. There are street side shops that sell natural products made from lavender oil including soaps and shampoos.

Yuanyang Terraces, China

The terraced rice fields across Yuanyang forms a breathtaking masterpiece of ingenuity. From unique field sizes to mosaic of colorful landscape of natural beauty, these rice fields are officially acknowledged by UNESCO as the World Cultural and Heritage site. Besides being one of the top most amazing places on Earth these rice terraces hold immense historical patronage of almost 1000 years.

Lake Retba, Senegal

Less than an hour away from the capital city of Senegal is an unusual and eerie lake that will entice anyone. Lake Retba, separated by narrow dunes of Atlantic Ocean, is filled with an unusual vivid pink color. Commonly referred by the locals as the pink rose due to its color, the lake is visited by many. However, besides being one of the most colorful places on Earth, the distinct color is caused by a bacteria known as Dunaleilla. The bacteria produces a red pigment in order to absorb the sunlight. The lake’s water is high in salt content thus not many living things can survive, however, the lake is the main source for salt for local villages and also serves as a tourist destination.

The Marble Caves of Lago Carrera, Chile

Referred as the most beautiful cave network in the world, the Cuevas de Marmol is a 6000 year old nature’s marvel that hones the crystal blue waves of the Lago Carrera. Also called the ‘Marble Cathedral’, the place is intricately covered in a mosaic of beautiful colors making it one of the most colorful places on Earth. The swirling unique patterns on the marble reflect the lake’s azure waters creating a breathtaking scene. What is more captivating is the fact that the marble cave changes its appearance according to the seasons. In spring the crystalline white shimmered enamored colored cave walls look gorgeous. In summers, as the water level increases there is a more deep blue colored haze surrounding the marble cathedral. Tourists can access this haven by boats only.

A place immensely blessed by mother nature, Hunza is home to some of the most beautiful and magnificent views a place can offer. Explore Hunza in autumn to witness some of the most beautiful views. The place is covered with a riot of yellow poplars, red orchards and golden maize fields. Trees don their vibrant hues in pools of autumn gold and rust colored leaves. A vibrant view where autumn leaves are painted in all kinds of beautiful red and orange.

Dallol, Ethiopia

In the North East of Ethopia lies the seldom visited volcanic crater, Dallol, which is extraordinarily beautiful. Surrounding the volcanic crater are hot springs, salt mountains, gas geysers and pools of acid isolated by salt ridges. Besides having a bizarre landscape, the place is beautifully lit by hues of orange, red and misty gold that forms a picturesque view for visitors. The place however, is dangerous and requires various safety precautions. Dallol also hosts various minerals including iron oxide and salt deposits.

Bonn, Germany

Also known as the Cherry Blossom Avenue, Bonn Germany, blooms like a giant flower bouquet during spring, transforming into a surreal sight. The Japanese Cherry Blossom trees were planted in the 1980’s. Since then, every spring the place turns into a beautiful sight covered with vivid colors and floral scent making it one if the most visited tourist spot.

Visit our international flights page to book your tickets now and witness the spectacular and magnificent views these places have to offer!

]]>https://tripkar.com/blog/most-colorful-places-on-earth/feed/2Top Most Amazing Places in the Worldhttps://tripkar.com/blog/top-most-amazing-places-in-the-world/
https://tripkar.com/blog/top-most-amazing-places-in-the-world/#respondFri, 02 Dec 2016 08:18:33 +0000https://tripkar.com/blog/?p=4319Visit some of the most amazing places in the world, that will take your breath away. From crystal blue lakes to mysterious rivers to remote wilderness, experience nature in its purest form: Maly Semyachik in Kamchatka, Russia Maly Semyachic is a volcanic range that stretches about 3 kilometers long. The natural wonder consists of 3 joined […]

]]>Visit some of the most amazing places in the world, that will take your breath away. From crystal blue lakes to mysterious rivers to remote wilderness, experience nature in its purest form:

Maly Semyachik in Kamchatka, Russia

Maly Semyachic is a volcanic range that stretches about 3 kilometers long. The natural wonder consists of 3 joined cones including the ancient north cone, the middle cone and the south west cone with several volcanic craters. Surrounded by the mighty blue Pacific Ocean and Okhtosk Sea, Kamchatka’s volcanoes create spectacular scenery and has a mineral-rich ecosystem. The Kamchatka is a nature’s reserve with million hectares of remote wilderness serving as a safe habitat to many wild life species. The Geyser River, with its famous Valley of the Geysers and hundreds of hot springs, runs through it. Vast glaciers nestle in mountain depressions and high waterfalls tumble into deep valleys. Amongst them is the Maly Semyachik lake that forms the most prominent part of south west crater, Troitsky. The beautiful light-greenish lake has a diameter of 500 meters with a depth of 140 meters. However, the water is acid with high amounts of sulphur and higher salt content than the sea water.

Hinatuan River, Philippines

Located on the island of Mindanao in the Philippines is the magical enchanted Hinatuan River. Meandering between the Philipines Sea and Pacific Ocean, the Hinatuan River is one of the amazing places in the world. The river is surrounded by thick green palm tree forests and has strikingly blue clear water. The river is widely known to be mystical and is steeped with folklore and legends. Nobody has been able to find the mysterious rivers main source. However, many people believe the river emanates from an underground cave system. The river is so magnificently impressive that the clarity of water is perceived as “floating on air”. The strikingly azure blue water is 50 feet deep and people can actually see passages, chasms and underground tunnels in the river’s lagoon.

Huacachina, Peru

The extraordinary desert oasis Huacachina is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South America. The adrenaline filled tour consists of dune buggy, sand boarding and boat tour. One of the most amazing places in the world, oasis town is among the driest places on earth, surrounded by palm trees and tranquil lagoon. Tourists can visit the barren desert and the surreal settlement with 96 residents who are running small businesses. The beautiful lake is naturally formed and hosts boat tours around the settlement, boasting scenic views for tourists.

Crooked Forest, Poland

Near the town of Gryfino, Poland, a small eerie woodland exists. What’s bizarre is that the woodland has curved trees. Nobody knows the reason of the trees weird adaptation. The crooked forest has almost 400 pine trees that grow with a 90 degree bend at their base. Many theories have emerged but none of them were able to explain the strange conformation of the trees. Many theories have emerged since the forest has gained popularity. One popular theory about the bizarre trunk curvature is that the trees were planted in the 1930’s and that the local farmers manipulated the trunks for the ultimate use of construction material. However, the forest is shrouded with mystery and folklore thus making it one of the most amazing places to visit in the world.

Derweze, Turkmenistan

A natural gas field in Derweze, Turkmenistan is commonly referred as the ‘Door to Hell’. In 1971 the former soviet operation went wrong when a rig collapsed into a large crater. Geologists sought the problem by lighting the crater on fire in order to burn the poisonous methane gas. However, things did not go as planned and the fire still burns today. The fiery crater has baffled scientists and is till burning for more than 40 years. The ‘Door to Hell’ is 230 meters wide and can be seen from miles making it one of the most unlikely tourist destination in the world. The crater looks like a wide isolated furnace in the middle of Karakum Desert. The place is listed in the ‘hundred most bizarre places to visit before you die’.

Jiuzhaigou Valley, China

Jiuzhaigou Valley is a natural reserve and a park situated in the north side of Sichuan Province. Besides stunning scenery, the park is an animal and plant sanctuary that hosts many endangered species including giant panda, golden monkey and Sichuan takin (sub-species of goat-antelope). The word Jiuzhaigou means “the valley of nine villages” and is located amidst Min Shan mountain range. The valley has turquoise blue lakes and cascading waterfalls naming it as one of the most treasured scenic sites. The natural park also grows over two thousand plant species and is home to more than 140 bird species. The site in winters is said to turn into a giant crystal world that creates a mystical ambiance for the tourists to dwell into.

Rangiroa, French Polynesia

One of the amazing places in the world, Rangiroa is a jade-green lagoon that seems to look like a giant pearl necklace surrounded by translucent water, dense tropical vegetation and marine life. Besides taking your breath away, the beautiful Rangiroa consists of 240 small islets separated by coral reefs and is inhabited by 3,000 people. This beautiful nature’s marvel is the world’s best diving destination.There are Polynesian architectural styled guest houses for tourists that overlook glistening golden sand perfectly straddling the tropical water. Historians believed that the Rangiroa was home to numerous temples and gardening pits before being discovered. However, the islands unique shape was caused by a volcano, forming a beautiful coral ring amidst the ocean. The Rangiroa is also known world wide for its vineyards and coconuts.

]]>https://tripkar.com/blog/top-most-amazing-places-in-the-world/feed/0First Chinese Ship Arrived at Gwadar Porthttps://tripkar.com/blog/first-chinese-ship-arrived-at-gwadar-port/
https://tripkar.com/blog/first-chinese-ship-arrived-at-gwadar-port/#respondTue, 18 Oct 2016 13:53:54 +0000https://tripkar.com/blog/?p=3454Gwadar Port is one of the largest sea ports in the world, strategically located between three important regions: the Middle East, heavily populated South Asia and the economically emerging and resource-laden region of Central Asia. However, paving ways to new beginnings and prosperity, first Chinese ship arrived at Gwadar Port on Sunday. The cargo ship ‘Zhen […]

]]>Gwadar Port is one of the largest sea ports in the world, strategically located between three important regions: the Middle East, heavily populated South Asia and the economically emerging and resource-laden region of Central Asia. However, paving ways to new beginnings and prosperity, first Chinese ship arrived at Gwadar Port on Sunday.

The cargo ship ‘Zhen Xing Sung’ arrived on Monday morning fully loaded with sea food. An inauguration ceremony took place as the ship arrived at the port. the ceremony was attended by Chinese delegation and the Federal Minister of Ports and Shipping, Kamran Michael. This $46 Billion project ‘China-Pakistan Economic Corridor’ between Beijing and Islamabad will connect Pakistan to the whole world. The economic corridor is about 3000 kilometers consisting of highways, railways and pipelines.

The Prime Minister of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif, has unveiled 5 more developmental and economic projects all revolving around Gwadar Port, including Free Trade Zone, Business Complex of Gwadar Port Authority, Pak-China Government Authority School, construction of dams and Pak-China University. With such developmental projects underway, Gwadar Port will turn into a business center of the world, bringing much need economic prosperity in the country’s economy.

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